Located in the Highland Region of Scotland, the flow country is considered the most outstanding example of an actively accumulating blanket bog landscape. Has been accumulating for the past 9,000 years, this peatland ecosystem provides a diversity of habitats home to a distinct combination of bird species. Also, it displays a remarkable diversity of features which are not found anywhere else on Earth. Apart from this, it plays an crucial role in storing carbon. The Flow Country has an extensive record of peatland accumulation, with peat thicknesses which reach over eight metres. Ongoing peat-forming ecological processes continue to sequester carbon on a very large scale. Regarded as the type-locality for description of blanket bog, it represents a significant research and educational resource. In 2015, Scottish Natural Heritage (SNH) and its partners created a 3D model for Flow Country's blanket bog to help people better understand Europe's biggest blanket bog. Plus, the Flow Country Organisation releases a game called Carbon Capture so as to let the public understand how to manage a peatland site for its natural properties to help reduce global warming, while causing minimal disturbance to the wildlife. Both actions contribute to the SDG 13 Climate Action. One of the targets of this goal is to improve education, awareness-raising and human and institutional capacity on climate change mitigation, adaptation, impact reduction and early warning. Through this digitalisation of the flow country, it could raise public awareness of climate change.
The Forbidden City, also known as Zǐjìnchéng in Chinese, is a grand palace complex located in the Dongcheng District of Beijing, China. It stands at the heart of the Imperial City of Beijing and is surrounded by several lavish imperial gardens and temples, including Zhongshan Park, Beihai Park, and Jingshan Park. These landmarks cover an area of 22 hectares, 69 hectares, and 23 hectares respectively. The Palace Museum is responsible for its administration. In recent years, the climate in the Forbidden City area has shown a trend of rising temperatures, decreasing rainfall, and increasing drought. The vegetation, soil, and water sources in the area have been affected to some extent due to the impact of climate change, and some cultural heritage sites and architectural structures have been threatened as well.
The Forbidden City is a magnificent palace complex located in Beijing, the capital of China. It represents the royal history and culture of China since the Ming and Qing dynasties, and embodies the exquisite skills of ancient architectural art (Guo, 2018). Digital technology application: Digital technologies such as augmented reality (AR) and virtual reality (VR) can enhance visitor experience, provide immersive tours and historical reenactments, and digitize cultural relics through the establishment of digital artifact libraries so that they can be widely accessed and utilized online. , a history that preserves heritage for future generations. Contribution to United Nations Sustainable development goals: SDG 4 Quality Education Target 4.7 The Forbidden City has carried out a large number of educational and cultural popularization activities to teach the public Chinese traditional culture, historical knowledge and artistic skills, and promote the popularization and dissemination of cultural education. SDG 11 Make cities inclusive, safe, resilient and sustainable Target 11.4 As an ancient Chinese imperial palace, the Forbidden City has rich historical and cultural heritage and artistic treasures. Its active participation in the protection, restoration and inheritance of cultural relics helps achieve the cultural protection and inheritance goals of the United Nations Sustainable Development Goals.
The Forbidden City, nestled in Beijing, China, is an ancient imperial palace complex, housing Chinese emperors for nearly 500 years. Constructed from 1406 to 1420, its sprawling 180-acre area encompasses almost 1,000 buildings and over 8,700 rooms. This architectural masterpiece showcases traditional Chinese design, boasting symmetrical layouts, golden roofs adorned with intricate carvings, and vibrant tiles. Serving as the political and ceremonial hub of the Chinese empire, it hosted crucial state events and rituals. Today, as a UNESCO World Heritage Site, it remains a beacon of China's imperial past, drawing millions of tourists annually to explore its rich history, cultural treasures, and stunning architecture.
The fort at Eyemouth changed the course of history, and not just that of Scotland, it played a significant role in the relationships between Scotland, England and France. Beginning life as an English fortification, it may have been the first Trace Italienne fort in Britain, reflecting the recent developments in warfare with the introduction of canons and gunpowder, which rendered stone walls very vulnerable. The huge earth banks you can still see today were far more effective at withstanding attack from canons, as they could absorb the impact of the cannon balls. - The SCAPE Trust In the 1980’s Dr David Caldwell conducted excavations at Eyemouth Fort. With his knowledge and archaeological evidence, along with historical research undertaken in the School of History, we have created a virtual representation of how we believe the fort may have looked in 1557. The Eyemouth model recreates the English and French fortifications above the town. Constructed during the ‘Rough Wooing’ in the sixteenth century, Eyemouth Fort played a pivotal role in the relationship between Scotland, England and France. All that remains today are the enormous earthworks, and it can be difficult to understand the remains without seeing them from the air. This reconstruction was part of the Virtual Histories Project for Eyemouth Museum.
The Gateway of India is a building that was constructed in 1924. The arch is made of basalt, and it stands at 85 feet high. It is located on the waterfront at the Apollo Bunder in South Mumbai. It has been often described as the Taj Mahal of Mumbai due to its popular tourist activity. The site is managed by the Archaeological Survey of India. While the Gateway is symbolic of colonial subjugation, it also evokes a sense of cultural identity and belonging to those in Mumbai, which can be paradoxical to some. The Gateway of India was constructed to serve as a symbolic ceremonial entrance for important colonial personnel. In terms of the design, the design was conducted by Scottish architect George Wittet, it combines diverse elements of Hindu and Muslim architecture with Gothic cusped arches and domes and spires. The structure was built using yellow basalt stones enmeshed into a reinforced concrete structure and features impressive carved stone latticework known as jali. Jali is a common feature of Indo-Islamic architecture, jali meaning “net” is a form of architectural decoration of perforated stone through the use of geometric or calligraphic designs.
Sri Harmandar Saheb Ji, commonly known as The Golden Temple situated in Amritsar, Punjab is the holy place for Sikhs. Amritsar means the 'pool of the nectar of immortality. The name comes from the Sarovar(pool) around the Golden Temple. The city of Amritsar was built around this pool which was excavated in 1577. Initiated by the fifth guru of Sikhs, Guru Arjan Sahib, the architecture of Sri Harmandar Saheb Ji became the central place of worship for Sikhs and its construction began in 1581. The Temple was first covered in gold in 1830 by Maharaja Ranjit Singh with 162kg of gold in 7 to 9 layers. Further, between 1995 to 1999, the temple was covered by more than 500kg of gold in 24 layers by skilled artists.
The Grand Canal, the world's longest ancient artificial waterway, links Beijing and Hangzhou, China, and has been crucial since the 5th century BC. It not only facilitated the evolution of Chinese society but also showcases ancient China's prowess in hydraulic engineering and waterway management. As a cultural artery, it significantly impacts literature, art, and language, reflecting centuries of cultural integration. Modern technologies such as intelligent construction and digital navigation ensure its operational integrity. Moreover, digital tools like panoramic technology and 3D modeling enable virtual tours, enhancing public understanding and preservation efforts. The canal's application of technology also advances several Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs). Goal 9 (Industry, Innovation, and Infrastructure) is supported by improving reliability and efficiency through digital innovations. Goal 4 (Quality Education) benefits from interactive learning experiences created by these technologies. Lastly, Goal 15 (Life on Land) is addressed by smart management systems that monitor and protect the canal's ecosystem, promoting sustainability and ecological protection. These efforts underscore the Grand Canal's continuing importance in sustainable development and cultural heritage.
The Grand Canal is a vast waterway system in China, running from Beijing to Zhejiang province. Constructed in sections from the 5th century BC onwards, it was conceived as a unified means of communication for the Empire in the 7th century AD. In the 13th century AD, it could provide a unified inland navigation network consisting of more than 2,000 km of artificial waterways. In terms of dealing with difficult natural conditions, it is reflected in many constructions that are fully adapted to the diversity and complexity of circumstances, which is a remarkable and early development of hydraulic engineering and an essential technological achievement before the Industrial Revolution. Besides, the Grand Canal formed the unique cultural tradition of canal management via the Caoyun system, which contributed to the peasant economy and transport of food and troops. Correspondingly, the development of waterway networks also plays an decisive role in the economic and urban development in Ancient China. In order to propel digital protection of the Grand Canal, a project including digital archiving, virtual reconstruction and dynamic monitoring, was conducted in Beijing. Based on historical datasets, the research team completed the 3D models of 23 heritage sites and 3D virtual reconstruction of 15 ancient canal scenes. This effort contributes to the SDG 11 Sustainable Cities And Communities, which strengthens efforts to protect and safeguard the world’s cultural and natural heritage. Plus, the project utilises remote sensing to evaluate the ecological landscape, water quality and micro-deformation so that it could monitor the ecological enhancement of the Grand Canal Beijing section and thus secure the sustainable development. This part contributes to the SDG 6 Clean Water And Sanitation and SDG 15 Life On Land.
A picture of boardwalk through a forest in The Great Barrier Reef Marine Park
The Great Barrier Reef, Queensland, Cairns (Ank kumar)
The Great Barrier Reef, Queensland, Cairns
The Giza Pyramids, built to endure an eternity, have marvelled the world since 4,500 years. The monumental tombs are relics of Egypt's Old Kingdom era, remarking an incredible feat of engineering and well defined architectural achievements. Mysteries of the Pyramids have always fascinated visitors and scholars to explore the mythology that led the pharaohs construct these formidable structures, which proved to be the some of the most indestructible pieces of architecture, and the only intact wonder among the Seven Wonders of Ancient World. In these decorated tombs one can visualize the wonderful scenes of every aspect of life in ancient Egypt. Giza is not just about how Egyptians died but how they lived. Tomb art includes depictions of ancient farmers working their fields and tending livestock, fishing and fowling, carpentry, costumes, religious rituals, and burial practices. The unbelievable intelligence behind the architecture of these Pyramids makes these structures even more elegant. Some of the stone blocks used to build the pyramids weigh in excess of 70 tons i.e. more than an elephant. There are more than 100 pyramids spread over the Giza Plateau. Napolean Boneparte once claimed a wall around France can be built from the pyramids.
Seal of Scoen Abbey depicting the crowning of a Scottish King.
The Great Wall is a World Heritage Site. It is an immovable cultural heritage. The construction of the Great Wall took 220 years and resulted in the most significant defensive structure ever built at the time. The entire length of the Great Wall of China is more than 20,000 kilometres; Built at various points in time throughout history, the walls, forts, mountain passes, and beacons that were part of the extensive defence system of the property have been preserved up to the present day. The Great Wall can be affected by climate change and led to the Great Wall, thus weathering and erosion of the building materials.
The Great Wall is a famous historical and cultural relic in China, and the climate along its route shows obvious seasonal changes and aridity and coldness due to its location in the northern region. The climate along the Great Wall is temperate continental, with cold winters, hot summers, warm springs and cool autumns, and large daily temperature differences. Precipitation here is mainly concentrated in summer, while winter is drier. Climate change in the areas along the Great Wall may have some impact on its conservation and maintenance. The warming climate may lead to unstable precipitation in the areas along the Great Wall, increasing the probability of weather disasters such as heavy rainfall and flooding, which may have an impact on the conservation and repair work of the Great Wall. In addition, drought may also pose a risk to the protection of the Great Wall. Since the climate in the area is already relatively dry, if combined with factors such as climate warming, it may lead to further aggravation of the drought problem, thus affecting the local ecological environment and tourism development, which in turn will have a certain impact on the protection and maintenance of the Great Wall.
The Great Wall of China, one of the World Heritage Sites, is a symbol of China's brilliant military defence engineering in ancient times. Dating back to the 7th century BC, it was constructed and extended by a number of warring states and dynasties, most notably during the Ming Dynasty when it was reinforced and expanded. The Great Wall meanders over 21,000 kilometres across China's northern border, stretching from Shanhai Pass on the East China Sea to Jiayuguan Pass in Gansu. The Great Wall is not only an important barrier for military defence, but also a huge transport and communication route. The Great Wall has become a valuable treasure of China and even the world for its magnificent scale, superb construction techniques and far-reaching historical significance.
The Great Wall of China is one of the most famous defensive structures in history, originally built in the 7th century BC. As a UNESCO World Heritage Site, the Great Wall symbolizes China's military, political, and cultural evolution. Today, it faces threats such as natural erosion and excessive tourism. Digital preservation methods, including 3D reconstruction, virtual reality (VR), and augmented reality (AR), are being used to document and protect the site while enhancing visitor experiences and providing educational resources. These initiatives contribute to United Nations Sustainable Development Goal 4 (Quality Education) by ensuring the conservation of this historical landmark for future generations.
The Great Wall of China is an ancient wall in China. The wall is made of cement, rocks, bricks, and dirt. It was finished in 1878[1] and it was meant to protect the north of the empire of China from enemy attacks. It is the longest structure humans have ever built. It is about 21,196 kilometers long, 9.1 metres (30 feet) wide and 15 metres high. The earlier sections on the wall are made of compacted dirt and stone. Later in the Ming Dynasty they used bricks. There are 7,000 watch towers, block houses for soldiers and beacons to send smoke signals. The First Emperor of China, Qin Shi Huang also called Shi Huangdi, started the Qin Dynasty. The Xiongnu tribes in the north of China were his enemies. The land in some parts of China is easy to cross, so Qin Shi Huang started building the Great Wall to make it more difficult for the Xiongnu to invade China. Other dynasties in China had worked more on the wall and made it longer. The Han, Sui, Northern and Jin Dynasties all repaired, rebuilt or expanded the Great Wall. During the Ming Dynasty, major rebuilding work took place. Sections of the wall were built with bricks and stone instead of earth. It took more than 2000 years for building and completion of the Great wall.
The Great Wall of China stands as an extraordinary feat of ancient engineering and a symbol of China's rich history and culture. Stretching over 13,000 miles across various landscapes, it was built to protect Chinese states and empires from invasions and raids. Constructed and reconstructed over centuries, it embodies the collective efforts of numerous dynasties. Made primarily of stone, brick, tamped earth, wood, and other materials, the wall is an architectural marvel, offering breathtaking views of China's diverse terrain.
The Great Wall of China stands as an extraordinary feat of ancient engineering and a symbol of China's rich history and culture. Stretching over 13,000 miles across various landscapes, it was built to protect Chinese states and empires from invasions and raids. Constructed and reconstructed over centuries, it embodies the collective efforts of numerous dynasties. Made primarily of stone, brick, tamped earth, wood, and other materials, the wall is an architectural marvel, offering breathtaking views of China's diverse terrain. By leveraging digital platforms, it promotes quality education (SDG 4) by offering insights into the historical significance and architectural marvels of the Great Wall. Furthermore, it contributes to sustainable cities and communities (SDG 11) by reducing the need for physical travel to the site, thereby mitigating carbon emissions. Additionally, it supports industry, innovation, and infrastructure (SDG 9) by driving technological advancements in the preservation and interpretation of cultural heritage sites.
The Hall of Prayer for Good Harvest at the Temple of Heaven in Beijing. April，2010
The Herculaneum Scrolls are ancient scrolls discovered in Herculaneum in the 18th century AD. The scrolls were buried when Mount Vesuvius erupted in AD 79. Now these ancient scrolls have been severely carbonized and are very fragile. If they are not careful, they will be completely broken, making it difficult for people to open these scrolls. In the early days, the scrolls were even thought to be carbonized tree branches and were abandoned or even burned. Currently, researchers are using a variety of methods to try to unfold The Herculaneum Scrolls, even using the latest three-dimensional scanning technology and artificial intelligence algorithms, and have made a lot of progress. Years of research revealed that the scrolls came from ancient libraries and contained many ancient Greek philosophical texts, including the works of ancient Greek philosophers and poets.
The Herculaneum Scrolls are ancient scrolls discovered in Herculaneum in the 18th century AD. The scrolls were buried when Mount Vesuvius erupted in AD 79. Now these ancient scrolls have been severely carbonized and are very fragile. If they are not careful, they will be completely broken, making it difficult for people to open these scrolls. In the early days, the scrolls were even thought to be carbonized tree branches and were abandoned or even burned. Currently, researchers are using a variety of methods to try to unfold The Herculaneum Scrolls, even using the latest three-dimensional scanning technology and artificial intelligence algorithms, and have made a lot of progress. Years of research revealed that the scrolls came from ancient libraries and contained many ancient Greek philosophical texts, including the works of ancient Greek philosophers and poets.Preserving The Herculaneum Scrolls can provide researchers and the public with an important resource for learning about ancient cultures and languages, and contribute to the United Nations Sustainable Development Goal SDG 4 quality education and SDG 11 Sustainable Cities and Communities.
The Hermitage, located in Dunkeld, Perth and Kinross, is a National Trust for Scotland protected site nestled along the River Braan in Craigvinean Forest. Created in the 18th century by John Murray, the third Duke of Atholl, to honour the blind bard Ossian, the site features notable Georgian follies, including Ossian’s Hall of Mirrors and Ossian’s Cave. The Hermit’s Cave, built around 1760 for the third Earl of Breadalbane, was initially intended to house a permanent hermit. The grounds of The Hermitage are home to remarkable trees, including several Douglas-firs. One such tree, the Hermitage Douglas-fir, became the second tallest tree in Britain, reaching 63 meters (207 feet) in 2009. Tragically, it was blown over during a storm in January 2017. This self-sown tree germinated from a seed blown from one of the older trees at the site in 1887 (Wikipedia Contributors, 2024). Climate change and increasing storm frequency pose significant risks to ancient and towering trees like those at The Hermitage. Strong winds and unpredictable weather patterns are more likely to damage or uproot such trees, threatening the stability and longevity of these historical landmarks.
The Highlanders' Museum Limited (Queen’s Own Highlanders Collection)
The Odesa National Academic Opera and Ballet Theatre
The Historic Centre of Odesa is an area within the city of Odesa that is currently endangered and that is characterised for its eclectic architecture, rapid growth and high cultural value. The most remarkable building in the centre of Odesa is the Odesa National Academic Opera and Ballet Theatre. It opened its doors on 10 February 1810 and currently has a slightly different architectural design than how it was originally built. The theatre has held the performances of notable singers and sopranos. Furthermore, the Derybasivska Street is one of the most picturesque and popular avenues in this area. Plenty of cafes and restaurants are located here and therefore it attracts many people and tourists during the summer.
The Holy Annunciation Cathedral in Kharkiv
The Annunciation Cathedral is the main Orthodox church of Kharkiv, Ukraine. The pentacupolar Neo-Byzantine structure with a distinctive 80-meter-tall bell tower was completed on 2 October 1888, from designs by a local architect, Mikhail Lovtsov.
The introductory video to the Virtual St Kilda exhibit at Taigh-Tasgaidh + Ionad-Ealain Taigh Chearsabhagh / Taigh Chearsabhagh Museum & Arts Centre 2014.
View of Ullock Pike and Bassenthwaite Lake from Long Side in the Lake District. Photo by Mick Knapton, licensed under CC BY 4.0.
The Lake District, located in North West England, is a mountainous region renowned for its striking natural landscapes and long-standing agro-pastoral farming traditions. Designated as a national park in 1951 and later recognised as a UNESCO World Heritage Site, the region is characterised by its network of sixteen major lakes, rugged fells, and historic rural settlements. In 2022 alone, the Lake District welcomed approximately 18.14 million tourist visits, underscoring its continued cultural and economic importance. Defined by its unique blend of natural beauty and human stewardship, the Lake District has been shaped over centuries by traditional hill farming practices, particularly sheep grazing, which continue to influence both the ecological and aesthetic character of the landscape. However, this living heritage faces a range of challenges, including climate change, biodiversity loss, shifting agricultural practices, and the pressures of mass tourism. These issues call for collaborative, forward-looking strategies to ensure the sustainable preservation of both natural and cultural assets. In alignment with the United Nations Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs), the Lake District offers significant potential to contribute to SDG 4: Quality Education and SDG 17: Partnerships for the Goals. By serving as a living classroom, the region can host educational programmes, community workshops, and immersive learning initiatives focused on sustainability, climate action, and cultural heritage preservation. Cross-sector partnerships involving educators, local authorities, conservation groups, and heritage organisations can further amplify the Lake District’s role as a model for sustainable landscape management and public engagement. Such initiatives would not only support the transmission of traditional knowledge but also foster a deeper understanding of the interdependencies between people, place, and the environment.
The Last Supper is a mural painting created by Leonardo da Vinci between 1495 and 1498. It was commissioned by Ludovico Sforza when renovating a church in his possession. This painting is one of the most popular in the Western world due to its use of space and perspective, the handling of motion and the portrayal of human emotion. It is now located in the Convent of Santa Maria delle Grazie in Milan. The painting depicts the reaction that each apostle had when Jesus informed them about one of the betraying him. Everyone had different reactions, from anger to shock. In this scenario, Judas Iscariot is shaken that his plans have been revealed. He is also holding a bag which probably contained the payment he received in exchange for this betrayal and he’s also pouring salt which relates to the Eastern expression “to betray the salt” which means to betray the master
The legendary history of the Terracotta Warriors and Horses
This video will take you through the history of the Terracotta Warriors in five minutes!
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Standing on the cliffs of Lingyun Mountain in Sichuan Province, China, the Leshan Giant Buddha is a monumental statue of Maitreya Buddha. At 71 meters tall, it is the largest stone Buddha in the world and a masterpiece of Buddhist art dating back to the Tang Dynasty (618-907 AD). However, this awe-inspiring cultural icon is facing the adverse effects of climate change. Rising temperatures and erratic weather patterns have accelerated erosion of the statue's sandstone structure, while increased rainfall has heightened the risk of water damage. In addition, fluctuations in the water levels of nearby rivers have been exacerbated by climate change, threatening the stability of the cliffs on which the statues were carved. The challenges of preserving this ancient monument in the face of climate change underscore the vulnerability of even the most massive monuments to our changing environment. Conservation is now more important than ever to preserve this valuable cultural heritage for future generations.
The location where George Orwell wrote 1984 on Jura Island
Barnhill is a farmhouse in the north of the island of Jura in the Scottish Inner Hebrides overlooking the Sound of Jura. It stands on the site of a larger 15th-century settlement, Cnoc an t-Sabhail; the English name Barnhill has been in use since the early twentieth century. The house was rented by the essayist and novelist George Orwell, who lived there intermittently from 1946 until January 1949. He completed his final novel, Nineteen Eighty-Four, at Barnhill.
The Longmen Grottoes, located in Luoyang, Henan Province, China, are one of the finest examples of Chinese Buddhist art. The site comprises the Xishan Grottoes, Dongshan Grottoes, Baiyuan Garden, and Xiangshan Temple. Carved into limestone cliffs along the Yi River, the site features over 2,300 caves and niches filled with thousands of Buddha statues, inscriptions, and steles dating back to the Northern Wei and Tang dynasties. Recognized by UNESCO as the pinnacle of Chinese stone carving art, the grottoes reflect artistic, spiritual, and cultural achievements spanning centuries. Today, they face growing threats from climate change and environmental erosion.
The Longmen Grottoes, located in Luoyang, Henan Province, China, are one of the finest examples of Chinese Buddhist art. The site comprises the Xishan Grottoes, Dongshan Grottoes, Baiyuan Garden, and Xiangshan Temple. Carved into limestone cliffs along the Yi River, the site features over 2,300 caves and niches filled with thousands of Buddha statues, inscriptions, and steles dating back to the Northern Wei and Tang dynasties. Recognized by UNESCO as the pinnacle of Chinese stone carving art, the grottoes reflect artistic, spiritual, and cultural achievements spanning centuries. Today, they face growing threats from climate change and environmental erosion. They are closely aligned with the Sustainable Development Goals (SDG 13: Climate Action, and SDG 11.4: Strengthen efforts to protect and safeguard the world’s cultural and natural heritage), calling for proactive measures to protect our shared cultural treasures in the face of climate change.
The Longmen Grottoes, located in Luoyang, Henan Province, China, are one of the finest examples of Chinese Buddhist art. The site comprises the West Hill Grottoes, the East Hill Grottoes, the Bai Garden, and the Xiangshan Temple. Carved into limestone cliffs along the Yi River, the site features over 2,300 caves and niches filled with thousands of Buddha statues, inscriptions, and steles dating back to the Northern Wei and Tang dynasties. Recognized by UNESCO as the pinnacle of Chinese stone carving art, the grottoes reflect artistic, spiritual, and cultural achievements spanning centuries. Today, they face growing threats from climate change and environmental erosion. They are closely aligned with the Sustainable Development Goals (SDG 13: Climate Action, and SDG 11.4: Strengthen efforts to protect and safeguard the world’s cultural and natural heritage), calling for proactive measures to protect our shared cultural treasures in the face of climate change.
The exhibition is to introduce the Longmen Grottoes. The Longmen Grottoes, located in Luoyang, Henan Province, China, is one of the finest examples of Chinese Buddhist art. The site comprises the West Hill Grottoes, the East Hill Grottoes, Baiyuan Garden, and Xiangshan Temple. Carved into limestone cliffs along the Yi River, the site features over 2,300 caves and niches filled with thousands of Buddha statues, inscriptions, and steles dating back to the Northern Wei and Tang dynasties. Recognized by UNESCO as the pinnacle of Chinese stone carving art, the grottoes reflect artistic, spiritual, and cultural achievements spanning centuries.
The Lost Ancient Civilization of Sanxingdui
Night view of the Louvre Museum courtyard and glass pyramid in Paris. Photo by Benh LIEU SONG, licensed under CC BY-SA 3.0.
The Louvre Museum is a historic building and cultural institution located in Paris, France. Originally built as a fortress in the 12th century, it became a royal palace and was later converted into a public museum in 1793. The Louvre is one of the largest and most visited museums in the world, known for its architecture and its vast collection of artworks, including the Mona Lisa and the Venus de Milo. The museum’s glass pyramid entrance was added in 1989 and is now an iconic feature of the site. The museum also embraces digital innovation. Its official website offers access to over 500,000 artworks through high-resolution images, virtual tours, and themed exhibitions. These tools help make cultural heritage accessible to a global audience. The Louvre supports SDG 11 (Sustainable Cities and Communities) by preserving and promoting cultural heritage. It also aligns with SDG 4 (Quality Education) and SDG 9 (Industry, Innovation, and Infrastructure) by using digital technologies to improve accessibility, raise global awareness, and encourage appreciation of cultural diversity.
﻿The Magura Cave is located in northeastern Bulgaria, 17 km from Belogradchik, in the limestone Rabisha burial mound (altitude 461 meters). It is one of the largest and most beautiful caves in Bulgaria. It consists of a main gallery and three side branches. The overall length of the cave is approximately 2500 meters. The temperature in the cave is a constant 12 degrees Centigrade, year-round. It is most visited during the summer months. According to geological studies, The Magura Cave began to take shape about 15 million years ago. In one of the caverns, prehistoric paintings have been discovered, carved into the walls and decorated with bat guano (droppings). The paintings depict the silhouettes of women, men dancing and hunting, people wearing masks, animals, stars, tools, and plants. The paintings date from different eras – the early Paleolithic, the Neolithic, the later Neolithic, and the beginning of the Bronze Age. A solar calendar from the late Neolithic found there is the earliest solar calendar discovered in Europe. It is painted on the walls of the sanctuary hall and depicts 5 festivals and 366 days. The Magura Cave was recognized as a natural landmark by Decree 666 on 3 May 1960. The cave offers one of the richest collections of geological formations, of all shapes and sizes – stalactites, stalagmites, columns, Geodesic formations, cave pearls, and flows of “cave milk”.
The Marine Conservation Society (MCS) is a UK-based nonprofit organization dedicated to marine protection, conservation, and sustainable management. It works to address issues such as plastic pollution, overfishing, and habitat degradation through research, education, and advocacy.
The Met's Great Hall was built to inspire awe and a sense of arrival | Art, Explained
The Metropolitan Museum of Art is one of the biggest art museums in the world, and there are extremely large collection in this museum. And it is the most outstanding museum in the hearts of a large amount of art lovers around the world. The Metropolitan Museum of Art is visited by a large number of visitors each year.What's more, the Metropolitan Museum of Art has created its own website where visitors can view some of its collections online, which is very convenient and helpful for the digital protections of the collections.
The Metropolitan Museum of Art (The Met)
The Metropolitan Museum of Art, located next to Central Park in Manhattan, New York, New York, United States, and founded in New York City in 1870, is one of the world's largest, most visited, and most comprehensive art museums, with more than 2 million exhibits spanning 5,000 years of world history. Its global art collection helps educate and preserve cultures by revealing the richness of creative expression across many cultures and eras. The Met attracts millions of visitors, contributing to New York City's tourism industry and creating jobs. In addition, the Museum's vast collection inspires artists and creative workers around the world, influencing modern culture and the creative economy. The Met must balance worldwide relevance and accessibility with the convergence of current technologies and the ethical issues of art restitution and cultural heritage in the digital age.
The Metropolitan Museum of Art(Corrected version)
This site is the same as another Immovable Heritage, because at first I built another in the wrong place by mistake. The Metropolitan Museum of Art is one of the biggest art museums in the world, and there are extremely large collection in this museum. And it is the most outstanding museum in the hearts of a large amount of art lovers around the world. The Metropolitan Museum of Art is visited by a large number of visitors each year.What's more, the Metropolitan Museum of Art has created its own website where visitors can view some of its collections online, which is very convenient and helpful for the digital protections of the collections.